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Superman II

6.819802h 7mPGMovieScience FictionActionAdventure

Three Kryptonian criminals led by General Zod team up with Lex Luthor to conquer Earth, forcing a depowered Superman to regain his strength and stop them.

DirectorRichard Lester
WritersMario Puzo·David Newman
ProducersPierre Spengler·Ilya Salkind

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Cast · Directed by Richard Lester

CRChristopher Reeve
Christopher Reeve
Superman / Clark Kent
MKMargot Kidder
Margot Kidder
Lois Lane
TSTerence Stamp
Terence Stamp
General Zod
SDSarah Douglas
Sarah Douglas
Ursa
JOJack O'Halloran
Jack O'Halloran
Non
GHGene Hackman
Gene Hackman
Lex Luthor
NBNed Beatty
Ned Beatty
Otis
JCJackie Cooper
Jackie Cooper
Perry White
VPValerie Perrine
Valerie Perrine
Eve Teschmacher
SYSusannah York
Susannah York
Lara
CJClifton James
Clifton James
Sheriff
EME.G. Marshall
E.G. Marshall
The President

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Superman II — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Superman II?

Superman II is streaming on HBO Max, YouTube TV and DC in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Superman II on Netflix?

No, Superman II is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on HBO Max and YouTube TV.

Is Superman II on Amazon Prime Video?

Superman II isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Superman II for free?

Superman II is available on HBO Max and YouTube TV in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to Superman II?

Yes — Superman II is followed by Superman III (1983) in the Superman Collection.

Is there a prequel to Superman II?

Yes — Superman (1978) comes before Superman II in the Superman Collection.

Is Superman II part of a trilogy?

No — Superman II is part of the Superman Collection, which has 4 films.

How many movies are in the Superman Collection?

There are 4 films in the Superman Collection: Superman (1978), Superman II (1980), Superman III (1983) and Superman IV: The Quest for Peace (1987).